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ds number property

How would you approach this question in the most time efficient manner?

If x and y are positive integers such that x = 8y + 12, what is the greatest common divisor of x and y?

(1) x = 12u, where u is an integer

(2) y = 12z, where z is an integer

by [email protected]

Wed Aug 21, 2013 1:42 am
Forum: Data Sufficiency
Topic: ds number property
Replies: 2
Views: 1337

Thank you so much Brent and GMAT Guru. Makes much more sense now. Will apply to future problems.

by [email protected]

Tue Jul 23, 2013 11:06 am
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: combinatorics problem
Replies: 15
Views: 9844

combinatorics problem

Can someone give me tips on how to crack this question. The Carson family will purchase three used cars. There are two models of cars available, Model A and Model B, each of which is available in four colors: blue, black, red, and green. How many different combinations of three cars can the Carsons ...

by [email protected]

Mon Jul 22, 2013 1:50 pm
Forum: Problem Solving
Topic: combinatorics problem
Replies: 15
Views: 9844